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Acid Reflux Disease Causes

Acid reflux disease, commonly known as gastroesophogeal reflux disease, can cause you to suffer from heartburn, nausea, vomiting, regurgitation and heart or chest pain. Left untreated, reflux disease can cause ulcers, the formation of scars and stricture in your esophagus, exacerbate asthma symptoms and possibly increase your risk for esophageal cancer. Prompt and proper medical diagnosis and treatment is important.

  1. Esophagus

    • If too much acid comes up from your stomach and into your esophagus, you can experience acid reflux disease.

    Hiatal Hernia

    • If you have a hiatal hernia, you are more susceptible to acid reflux disease.

    Smoking

    • Smoking can impair throat reflex muscles and increase the likelihood of acid reflux disease.

    Foods

    • Certain foods like chocolate, spicy sauces, fried foods and coffee can bring about acid reflux disease.

    Obesity

    • Being overweight can trigger acid reflux disease.

    Medications

    • Certain medications like ibuprofen, some blood pressure medications and some muscle relaxants can cause acid reflux disease.

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